2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GT | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
