1994 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M5 | HD |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |