1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
