1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 175 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
