1951 Holden FX vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 57 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 536 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FX | NSX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
