2008 BMW 118 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 58 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 118 | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
