2006 Ford GT vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 34 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
