2008 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 320 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5025 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |