1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Belmont | 330 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
