2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Belmont |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1290 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 |