1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 19 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Belmont | Type S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2300 mm |
