1967 Holden HR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 495 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HR | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |
