2008 BMW 540 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1950 Holden FX.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 540 | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2165 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
