1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 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 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Belmont |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |