2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
