1957 Holden FE vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FE | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
