1998 BMW 323 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 19 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, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 323 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
