2006 BMW 523 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 34 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), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 702 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 523 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
