2003 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
