1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Holden | Ferrari |
Model | Belmont | 599 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |