2009 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | HD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
