1994 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | GTS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |