1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Biscayne | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
