1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 951 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Lagonda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
