1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | X1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |