1952 Holden FX vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 43 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 450 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 993 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
