1950 Holden FX vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 63 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 720 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | FX | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
