2005 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
