1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 42 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 1 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3. 2013 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | X3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
