2006 BMW 530 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR.
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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | HR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
