1950 Holden FX vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 786 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | FX | CTS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
