1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 38 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1054 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1236 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Holden | SSC |
| Model | Belmont | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
