1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Belmont | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
