2007 BMW 525 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 56 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 710 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.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |