2006 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |