1948 Holden FX vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 54 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 134 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
