2009 BMW 125 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 125 | GTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |