1998 BMW 330 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1948 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 970 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 |
