1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 45 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 390 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | X1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |