2007 BMW 750 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | HD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
