2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-350 | FE |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |