1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 485 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
