1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |