1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 660 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | SL |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |