2009 BMW 120 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 120 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |