1979 Holden GTS vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTS | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |