1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont.
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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Evora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
