1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 116 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Belmont | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
