1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 952 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | SLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
