1966 Holden EH vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 651 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EH | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
