1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 35 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Holden | Saleen |
| Model | Belmont | S7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2692 mm |
