1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commodore | CLS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2875 mm |
