2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 198 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.
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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
