1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | S-Type |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |