1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 645 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Challenger | FE |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
