1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 43 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Hunaudieres | FE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
