1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 38 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 871 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1021 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Holden | Bugatti |
| Model | Belmont | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
