1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 Holden FE.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (570 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | FE |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
