1953 Holden FX vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 499 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Holden FX | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FX | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
