1995 BMW M5 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1953 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 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | FX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
