2005 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | GTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |