2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 29 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 135 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.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
