1950 Holden FX vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 42 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 495 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 965 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
