2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Holden FX weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
