2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1958 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | FE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
