1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
