1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002.
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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2002 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
