1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | 450 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |