1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 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), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 465 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Belmont |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |