1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 54 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | FC |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 590 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 728 Nm | 150 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |