1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | SL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| 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 | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
