1967 Holden HR vs. 2010 BMW M5

To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 43 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 530 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5
Make Holden BMW
Model HR M5
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3048 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2888 mm