1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 33 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Holden | McLaren |
Model | Belmont | F1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |