1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 680 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
