1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Belmont | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
