1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 379 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | GTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
