1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Belmont | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
