1971 Holden Torana vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 2006 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
