1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 22 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
