1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 154 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Belmont | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |