2009 BMW 135 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 35 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, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 135 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
