1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 44 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | CLS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |