1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 32 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, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | 730 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2940 mm |
