1996 BMW 540 vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1971 Holden Torana | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 540 | Torana |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |