1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont.

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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Holden Belmont 1993 Jaguar XJ
Make Holden Jaguar
Model Belmont XJ
Year Released 1969 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2636 cc 5993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 213 Nm 464 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2880 mm


 

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