1965 Holden EH vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 995 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EH | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3170 mm |