2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 37 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Cayman | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2830 mm |
