2007 BMW 116 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1948 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 116 | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 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 Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
