1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX.

Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Holden FX 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Holden Infiniti
Model FX FX
Year Released 1951 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2166 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2885 mm


 

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