1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 18 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 195 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Belmont | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
