2002 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
