1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 30 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 165 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Belmont | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
