1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 32 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | A |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
