1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 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 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 325 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | C |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2129 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |