1951 Holden FX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 56 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 826 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 908 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FX | CLK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
