1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 42 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |