1971 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Touring | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
