2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2830 mm |
