2006 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
