1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Statesman | SL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |