1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 470 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Belmont | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2731 mm |
