1952 Holden FX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 61 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1110 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FX | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2855 mm |
