2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 517 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.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | FE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
