1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 23 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 712 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |