1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 352 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
