1972 Holden Torana vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1972 Holden Torana and 1972 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 561 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Torana | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |