1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |