1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2417 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Belmont | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
