1956 Holden FE vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FE | 280 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3610 mm |
