2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 550 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.
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 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 612 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
