2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-150 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |