2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-450 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2830 mm |