1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2000 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
