2009 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
