2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 735 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | FE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
