2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-150 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
