1950 Holden FX vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 368 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
