1959 Holden FE vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 670 kg more than 1959 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FE | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
