1978 BMW M1 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M1 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
