1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | CLK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
