2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2670 mm |
