1951 Holden FX vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 772 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2012 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | FX | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2731 mm |
