1948 Holden FX vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
