1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 21 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 218 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
