1985 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 123 kg more than 1985 Holden Statesman.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1845 kg |
