2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | E | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1390 kg |
