2005 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | HD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
