1993 BMW 840 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 43 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 860 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 840 | FX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
