2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1969 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2129 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |