1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Am | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
