1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 324 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 2004 Jaguar XJ 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. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
