1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 41 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 123 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | 370Z |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |