1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 10 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 10 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Belmont | 930 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |