2004 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
