1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1974 Holden Belmont and 1974 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 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. 1974 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Belmont | Firebird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |