1978 Holden GTS vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTS | SL |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |