1986 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 325 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |