1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | V6 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 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 |