1948 Holden FX vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 64 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FX | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2451 mm |