1973 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring 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 88 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 182 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Touring | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |