2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 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:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Jensen | Holden |
| Model | SV-8 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
