1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
