1974 Holden Torana vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 630 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.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 535 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2969 mm |
