1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 36 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | A |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
