1959 BMW 700 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 700 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5025 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
