1959 Holden FC vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 576 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FC | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |