2009 Audi R8 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 58 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
