1956 Holden FE vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 50 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 856 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FE | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
