2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1886 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.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Five Hundred | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
