1952 Holden FX vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1964 Rover P5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1952 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1952 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1952 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | FX | P5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
