1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1800 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
