1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
