1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1972 ZIL 114 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Holden | ZIL |
| Model | Belmont | 114 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3770 mm |
