2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 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 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Ascari KZ1.
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 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2003 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2003 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ascari | Holden |
| Model | KZ1 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2830 mm |
