1977 Holden GTS vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTS | 300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |