1994 Holden Statesman vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Statesman | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | 560 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |