1999 Audi R8 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 25 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
