2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z4 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |