1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 326 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
