2005 BMW 630 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1976 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 630 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
