1966 Holden HD vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden HD | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | HD | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |