1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 512 TR | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5042 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
