1996 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 735 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
