1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 250 GT | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
