1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Belmont | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2852 mm |
