1998 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
