1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | Ponton | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
