1986 Holden Drover vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | 250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
