1948 Holden FX vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 61 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 514 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Holden FX | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FX | S2000 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |