1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 74 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
