1977 Holden GTS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTS | SLK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
