1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1968 Holden Belmont and 1968 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,100 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Firebird (175 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 460 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Belmont | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 4100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |