1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
