2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1363 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | FE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
