1950 Holden FX vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 50 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 330 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | FX | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
