1971 Holden Torana vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 650 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Torana | 330 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |