1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 45 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | S2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |