1992 BMW 850 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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 850 (447 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
