1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 960 kg more than 1956 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Deauville | FE |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
