1950 Holden FX vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 202 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
