1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | S |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |