1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 35 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 580 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | CLS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |