1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Belmont | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
