2009 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
