1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 488 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Belmont | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
