1975 Holden Torana vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
