1957 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 600 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |