1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 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 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | 260 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |