1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 400 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 400 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |