1995 BMW 528 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 528 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |