1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 410 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
