1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 25 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 TVR Griffith.
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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Griffith |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |