2008 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
