2006 BMW 523 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 523 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5025 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |