2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 55 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP) has 348 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1950 Holden FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 8C Competizione | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |