1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 36 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | Holden | Marcos |
Model | Belmont | TS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |