1966 Holden HD vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | HD | 316 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
