1976 Holden Torana vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Torana | 650 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2855 mm |
