1994 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 590 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, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 318 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
