1972 Holden Torana vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 950 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Torana | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |