1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 43 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 140 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 318 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |