1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1075 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 X6 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 X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | X6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
