1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
