2005 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
