1987 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
