1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | M250 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
