1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 38 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 64 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Transporter |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |