1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 61 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FX | 325 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |