1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 13 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Belmont | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
