1992 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
