1950 Holden FX vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX.
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 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 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 323 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
