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 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 122 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 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 620 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 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 | 4520 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1110 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 |