1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 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 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | CL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5982 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |