1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Belmont | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
