1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 28 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |