1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Belmont | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
