1960 Holden FC vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 696 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FC | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
