1982 Holden Statesman vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Holden Statesman. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Statesman | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | CLS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
