2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1950 Holden FX

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 59 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 579 kg more than 1950 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.

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2009 Chevrolet Lumina 1950 Holden FX
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Lumina FX
Year Released 2009 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 51 HP
Torque 530 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2620 mm