1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 115 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | 240 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |