2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
