1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 300B |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |