1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 330 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |