1959 Holden FE vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 708 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | FE | TL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
