1951 Holden FX vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 60 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 535 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
