1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 39 kg more than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | E-Type |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |