1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kingswood | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |