2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 449 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 553 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | FX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
