1988 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316. 1976 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
