1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special.
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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | 190 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
