1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 35 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | R Coupe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
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 | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |