2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2009 Ford E-250 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. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
