1973 Holden UTE vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | UTE | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
