1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 912 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FB Special | 500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3150 mm |