1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
