1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1951 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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | FX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
