1965 Holden EH vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 300 kg more 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EH | C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
