1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 53 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 328 GTS | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
