2003 BMW 645 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 29 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 325 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 645 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
