2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 477 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | XF | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
