2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 40 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GT | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
