1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Statesman | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | SL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |