1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1991 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
