2007 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 40 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, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 120 | HR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
