1995 BMW M5 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
