1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 277 kg more than 1967 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
