1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Continental is newer by 36 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Belmont | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
