1996 BMW 740 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1996 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 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 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 740 | GTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |