1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 258 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Holden | Datsun |
| Model | Belmont | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2300 mm |
