1952 Holden FX vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 34 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 566 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 928 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
