1968 AMC AMX vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | AMX | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
