1954 Buick 70 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont

To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1968 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Buick 70 1968 Holden Belmont
Make Buick Holden
Model 70 Belmont
Year Released 1954 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5274 cc 2130 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1983 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2830 mm


 

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