2006 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 525 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5044 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
