1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 466 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
