1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1964 Holden FB Special is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | 220 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |