1983 BMW 323 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 4 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, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 243 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 323 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 323 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |