1966 Holden HD vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 345 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | HD | 330 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
