2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 838 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | FE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
