1950 Holden FX vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 55 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 887 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
