1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 485 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Holden Belmont 2012 Porsche Panamera
Make Holden Porsche
Model Belmont Panamera
Year Released 1969 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3034 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1931 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1408 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2920 mm


 

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