1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | SC |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |