1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 663 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | XF |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |