1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1034 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | ML |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2913 mm |
