1950 Holden FX vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 61 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 445 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1415 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 |
