1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 42 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 123 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |