1988 BMW 520 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 520 | HD |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
