2006 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 316 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
