1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Belmont | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
