1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | E |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |