2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlina | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |