1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 33 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Holden | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Belmont | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
