1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 319 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
