2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 893 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | FE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
