1974 Holden Torana vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
