1991 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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 Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
