2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 50 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 712 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Charger | FE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |