1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Kingswood | 125 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |