2000 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |