1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 36 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Belmont | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
