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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 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 70 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 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 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 | 2834 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2451 mm |