1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 499 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
