1987 BMW 628 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 BMW 628 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 628 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1987 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 628 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
