1951 Holden FX vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 27 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 595 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | 240 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3430 mm |
