1973 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
