1959 Holden FE vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 780 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 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | FE | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
