2009 BMW 535 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 535 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
