2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
