1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 40 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 428 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Belmont | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |