2002 BMW Z3 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 35 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z3 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
