1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1958 Bristol 406 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (91 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1950 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | 406 | FX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
