2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-250 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
