1967 Holden HR vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 585 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | HR | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
