1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 28 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 484 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Belmont | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
