1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Belmont | IPL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |