1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1969 Porsche 912

To start off, both 1969 Holden Belmont and 1969 Porsche 912 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912.

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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Holden Belmont 1969 Porsche 912
Make Holden Porsche
Model Belmont 912
Year Released 1969 1969
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2130 cc 1580 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 133 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2220 mm


 

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