1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 746 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kingswood | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2954 mm |