2007 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |