1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 26 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 305 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Maranello | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
