1950 Holden FX vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP) has 405 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 476 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 456 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
