1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | LR3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |