1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 29 kg more than 1951 Jaguar XK.
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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | XK |
Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |