2007 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
