1979 Holden GTS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1979 Holden GTS 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:
1979 Holden GTS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTS | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |