1978 Holden GTS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | GTS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |