1985 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drover | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
