1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Holden Belmont 2006 Porsche 911
Make Holden Porsche
Model Belmont 911
Year Released 1969 2006
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3034 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 129 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2360 mm


 

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