1956 Chrysler C vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | C | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
