2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 27 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CLK | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
