1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP) has 308 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 572 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | FX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
