2009 BMW 335 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 335 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
