1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2800 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
