1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 44 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | NSX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
