1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Belmont | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
