1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | 380 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
