1959 Holden FE vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 820 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2011 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | FE | TL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
