1990 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 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 1 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 390 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 730 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 730 | Torana |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |