1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
