1999 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
