1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Challenger | FE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
