1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 43 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | X3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |