2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z9 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
