2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
