1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Cadillac CTS 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. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Belmont | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
