1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 66 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Belmont |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |