1950 Holden FX vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 56 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 205 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FX | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
