1957 Holden FE vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 56 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1095 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FE | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3035 mm |