1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 809 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commodore | S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3165 mm |
