1977 BMW 520 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (120 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1948 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, 1977 BMW 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 520 | FX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
