2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 34 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
