1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1952 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1952 Holden FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | FX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |