1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1450 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kingswood | E |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2987 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |