1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |