1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Porsche 928

To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 255 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Holden Belmont 1995 Porsche 928
Make Holden Porsche
Model Belmont 928
Year Released 1969 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2636 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 213 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2510 mm


 

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