1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 68 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z3 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |