2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 965 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | Torana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2590 mm |
