2009 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
