1998 BMW 325 vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1949 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
