1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | 190 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
