1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 133 kg more than 1971 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | XK |
Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |