1950 Holden FX vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 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 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1740 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1950 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1950 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3910 mm |
