1984 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Statesman | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3090 mm |
