1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 176 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 208 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |