1993 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
