1964 Holden EH vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 700 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EH | E |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2929 cc | 3221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |