1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 318 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1475 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 |