1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 30 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1175 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
