2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 51 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 549 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1480 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
