1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 94 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
