1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 24 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Belmont | Continental |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
