1957 Holden FE vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 40 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE.
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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FE | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
