2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 230 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
