2011 BMW X3 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 37 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, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X3 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 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 | 406 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2830 mm |
