2006 BMW 530 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD.
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 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | HD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
