1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 33 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), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 720 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 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Kingswood | 650 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
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 | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |