1950 Holden FX vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 25 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1950 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FX | 930 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |