1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 34 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 (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 30 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | T 350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |