1952 Holden FX vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 50 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1025 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FX | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
