1990 BMW M3 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 42 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 230 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | FX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
