1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F40 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
