1950 Holden FX vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP) has 442 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
