1996 BMW 540 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 540 | GTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |