1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 800 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
Model | Belmont | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |