1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kingswood | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
