1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Belmont | XK8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |