1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, both 1968 Ford Mustang and 1968 Holden Belmont were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Mustang | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Belmont |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |