2006 BMW 760 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 760 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |