2001 Holden UTE vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | UTE | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
