2008 Ford GT vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP) has 442 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 1948 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
