2008 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
