2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 515 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z4 | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
