1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1996 Zagato Raptor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Zagato Raptor weights approximately 25 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.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Holden | Zagato |
| Model | Belmont | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
