1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Kingswood | X6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |