1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1972 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1972 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont 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 49 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1972 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
