1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, both 1974 Mercedes-Benz S and 1974 Holden Torana were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 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 490 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 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 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 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | S | Torana |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |