1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (165 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlina | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
