1996 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 28 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 316 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 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 |