2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 44 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 686 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | TE-50 | FE |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |