2004 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
