1972 Holden Torana vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Torana | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |