1951 Holden FX vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1951 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
