2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z9 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z9 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |