1992 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
