1986 BMW M5 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1951 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M5 | FX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |