1993 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 24 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 95 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
