1950 Holden FX vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1958 Maserati 450 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP) has 344 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Holden FX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FX | 450 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
