1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 25 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 45 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Belmont | 968 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |