2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
