1996 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 535 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |