1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 24 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Turbo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
