2005 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
