2009 BMW 550 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 606 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 690 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 550 | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2166 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |