1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 19 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 140 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 230 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |