2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 834 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | SL | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 616 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
