1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
