1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | 325 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
