1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 33 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | 190 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
