1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
