1998 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 29 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 1998 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
