1967 Holden HR vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | HR | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
