1952 Holden FX vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
