1974 Holden Torana vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 335 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
