1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
