1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 33 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 870 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Belmont | 57 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
