1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (139 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lincoln Mark VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Belmont | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
