2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 251 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
