1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | F-350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |