1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1975 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW Z1 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z1 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
