1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 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 E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2873 mm |
