1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Griffith |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2129 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |