2008 BMW 645 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 460 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 645 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
