1951 Holden FX vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
