1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 41 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 650 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Belmont | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2989 mm |
