1971 Holden Torana vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 995 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
