1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 31 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z9 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |