1990 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |