1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 39 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Belmont | Panamera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2918 mm |