2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 328 kg more than 1950 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
