2008 BMW 318 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 57 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 425 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, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
