1950 Holden FX vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 62 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 765 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 328 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
