1972 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 865 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torana | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
