1967 Holden HR vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 320 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | HR | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |