1959 Holden FE vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 960 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2012 Cadillac SRX 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. 2012 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | FE | SRX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
