1974 Holden Torana vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1974 Holden Torana and 1974 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Torana | S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |