1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 229 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
