1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | V6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
