1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2170 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 |
