1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 200 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
