1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 40 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | 116 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
