1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Ford GT 40 is newer by 1 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford GT 40 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | GT 40 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |