1992 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
