1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 240 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2004 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2004 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | XPower |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
