2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | SLK | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
