1990 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 16 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 520 | Torana |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |