1987 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 775 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Vauxhall Belmont | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Belmont | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |