1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP) has 378 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 kg more than 1949 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Holden FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | FX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 635 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |