1952 Holden FX vs. 2001 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 49 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 799 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, 2001 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2001 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2001 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Holden FX | 2001 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | FX | Town Car |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |