1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Kingswood | X5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |