1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 860 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |