2005 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
