1967 Holden HR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HR | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
