1974 Buick GS vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 24 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 660 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | GS | FX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
