1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 134 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
