1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 XJ220 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2129 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 340 mm |
