1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 30 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 422 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | XKR |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |