1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 316.
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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Kingswood | 316 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |