1950 Holden FX vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 60 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 350 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 125 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
