1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 280 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
