2011 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 559 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | SL | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4592 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |