2004 BMW 745 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 54 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1055 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 745 | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
