1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 535 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |