1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | X3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |