2006 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
