2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F430 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
