1966 Holden EH vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 141 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EH | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
