1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.

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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Holden Belmont 1993 Maserati Ghibli
Make Holden Maserati
Model Belmont Ghibli
Year Released 1971 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5042 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 238 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2520 mm


 

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