2004 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | HR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
