1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 3 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1502 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
