2005 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 29 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, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 293 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 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. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
