2009 Acura RL vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 41 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RL | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
