1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 280 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |