2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, both vehicles can yield 237 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z3 | HD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |