2006 BMW 116 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 56 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX.
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, 2006 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 116 | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
