1965 Holden EH vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EH | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
