1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 28 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Belmont | M250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |