1950 Holden FX vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 59 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 565 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | FX | Esperante |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |