1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
