1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 850 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Holden FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | FX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |