1951 Holden FX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 48 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 530 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FX | CLK |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |