1964 Holden EJ vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 196 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EJ | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
