1949 Holden FX vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 828 kg more than 1949 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FX | Panamera |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2918 mm |