1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 36 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | A |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
