1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 370 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |