2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
