1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 615 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | SL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |