1994 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 26 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |