2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 29 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z9 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
