1980 BMW M1 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 11 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1969 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M1 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
