2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
