2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2620 mm |
