2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | FE |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |