1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
