2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 53 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1615 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2003 Bentley Arnage 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. 2003 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
