1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 3.3 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |