1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | CLS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2874 mm |
