1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |