2001 BMW M vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 49 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
