2012 BMW X6 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X6 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2590 mm |
