2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 370 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
