1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
