1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 318 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
