2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |