1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
