1971 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 2 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
