1993 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 24 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 260 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M3 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |