1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 837 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | FB Special | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |
