2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
