1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3165 mm |
