1992 BMW 850 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
