1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Holden | Datsun |
| Model | Belmont | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2304 mm |
