1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 104 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Holden | Datsun |
| Model | Belmont | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2304 mm |
