2000 BMW 730 vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
