2002 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
