1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 43 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Holden | Ascari |
Model | Belmont | A10 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2636 mm |