1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 327 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |