1994 BMW 840 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 25 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 540 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 840 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1200 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 |