2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 49 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 638 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 1956 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | FE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
