1972 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 410 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torana | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
