1966 Holden HD vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HD | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
