1996 BMW 540 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 27 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 490 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 540 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |