1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 33 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | XKR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
