1992 BMW 545 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 18 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 545 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
