1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 510 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | Belmont | LS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |